Presto Fresco — Restaurant in Paris

Wish I could give 0 Star.

I have been a loyal patron of Presto Fresco for years, often bringing friends and colleagues to what was once a gem in Paris. Over the years, I have had many wonderful experiences here, even getting to know the previous management. However, my recent visit was nothing short of horrific and has completely shattered my view of this establishment.

We arrived as a group of four, excited to enjoy a meal and drinks at a place we once loved. From the outset, we were met with rudeness and an utter lack of hospitality. We ordered bottles of wine, cocktails, pizza, and burrata truffle and politely requested that the adjacent table be reserved for two friends who were on their way. The server, Katian, who I recognized from previous visits as a server but now shockingly acting as the manager, flatly refused, acting as if our request was an outrageous imposition. When our friends finally arrived, he begrudgingly allowed them to sit, but his hostile demeanor made it clear he was doing so under duress.

The situation escalated into a nightmare when we ordered drinks for our newly arrived friends, as they were still deciding on what to eat. Katian stormed over, raising his voice and humiliating us in front of the entire restaurant, demanding that we order food immediately or leave. He barked at us, claiming this was a restaurant, not a bar, and that we couldn’t simply enjoy drinks without ordering food—as if we hadn’t just ordered a substantial amount moments before. His behavior was aggressive, unprofessional, and utterly shocking.

I was taken aback by this rude conduct and requested to speak with the manager, as I had positive interactions with management in the past. To my dismay, Katian curtly informed me that he was now the manager and that he was the one who "calls the shots" at this place. His demeanor was not only disrespectful but also deeply disappointing.

The experience was so appalling that we decided to cut our visit short. What should have been a pleasant evening turned into a stressful, humiliating ordeal. Despite our bill amounting to 143 euros, we felt utterly unwelcome and treated with disdain. This once-beloved restaurant has lost all its charm, now tainted by the despicable behavior of its staff.

I strongly urge anyone considering a visit to Presto Fresco to think twice. No one should have to endure such disgraceful treatment. Avoid this place...

We went to Presto Fresco as we were craving pizza in Paris. If you are looking for an Italian restaurant in the city, this is a safe choice. The highlight of this place for me is the freshness in every ingredient, and the fact that they import the real deals directly from Italy. The pasta is fresh and home made. The environment is a mix of Italian feel, with the dry tomatoes hanging, and modern and cool paintings on the wall. At the entrance you get a glance of the freshly done ravioli and starters. That's where you recognize you're in the right place. We asked for: 🍕 Pizza Diavola (yummi spicy salami and extra soft crusts, as I love it) 🍕 Pizza Prosciutto (for mom and dad 🤞 didn't try, but the feedback was great) 🍝 Tagliatelle Carbonara (Alla panna) - my dish! The dishes have an influence from south italy, so don't be surprised by some twists or particularities. I personally don't adore cream on my carbonara, but I must say that this was a special one. The mix between the pasta perfectly al dente, the crunchiness and saltiness from the guanciale and the soft cream and pecorino was a perfect balance. The price/quality is also great. And the location, for me, is very close to one of the neighbourhoods I most like in Paris. The service is fast. We went for lunch and we didn't have problems with a place to seat. But if have the opportunity you should try to book a table in advance. I would love to have the opportunity to try some more dishes! Maybe...

I think it's the first time I've left a review, and a particularly negative one. Besides the fact that the food was not the best, we asked for a table for two, they gave us but then we ended up to be 4 people at the table. They didn't even ask us if we were ok with this or not. In the end, when we paid the bill, we wanted to pay with a 100 bill, I understand that many in Paris don't accept such a thing, but it's the only bill I can pay with, I think it's your obligation to receive this money and return the rest. Trying to talk to the waitress to at least explain where we can exchange for smaller bills, the waitress just rolled her eyes and insisted that she wouldn't accept. Our colleagues at the table witnessed this whole incident and when my boyfriend went to look for a place to change the banknote, the waitress and these two people, also French, started laughing and talking about this situation, thinking that I wouldn't understand what they are talking about lucky I learned French at school. :) Also if you want a quiet place this isn’t the place...